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I recently went to California in early December. A quick trip to meet some cousins. My Cousin Zach (that's him in the black/grey shirt)turned 5, and he had a big party. Xander is my other cousin.
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This is uncle Chris. He doesn't look very happy holding me. Aunt Jill was a lot more into it-the holding of me...that is.
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Tha tha and Grandma Judy were at this event. It was a big party...
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Aunt Sheila, Uncle Pete, and cousins Surina and Maya made it. So did Second cousin Johanna - that's her on the right.
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She lulled me to sleep that siren.
Overall it was an exciting trip. Lots of walks and watching bigger kids play. I hope to go back soon.